March 2011
March 31, 2011
Herman Cain - MSM afraid of "real" black candidate
Herman Cain- "A Real Black Man May Run Against Barack Obama"...9:40 PM in 2012 elections, Black conservatives | Permalink | Comments (0)
Delaware confiscates private property: basketball hoops
A truly sad abuse of government power and resources - and a great illustration of the "public servants" who make more money and have better benefits than those who pay their salaries. The officer's lie and threats to arrest people for standing on their own property is caught on...3:37 PM in Oppression | Permalink | Comments (5)
Stuttering help
The King's Speech has done much good in our society by lifting the stigma around stuttering. The Stuttering Foundation has been around forever - well, at least since before I was born - and has tons of information and encouragement for those whose lives are touched by stuttering - their...12:10 PM in Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Big family vehicles - any advice?
From my Inbox - thought I'd bring it to the experts - my readers:Hello,I love your blog...I'd love to know if you have any suggestions for vehicles for a family of 9. (We have six kids currently but are adopting again in May.)I searched your blog and didn't find any...11:35 AM in Big families | Permalink | Comments (7)
DC Metro: Special Ed Success seminar 4/2 FREE!
These are some of the most prominent names in Down syndrome education - so an incredible opportunity for parents and educators: Techniques for Success- 2011 Register now. Seating is limited. Saturday, April 2, 2011 8:00am to 4:30pm Marriott Courtyard-Washingtonian @ Rio 9751 Washingtonian Boulevard Gaithersburg, Maryland Who should attend? General...11:27 AM in Autism, Down syndrome, Special education | Permalink | Comments (0)
Twin baby boys having a conversation
So wishing I had had twins: Twin baby boys have a conversation - part 2 ORIGINAL VIDEO HT: Josh (btw, you can close those popup ads so they don't ruin your viewing experience)...10:25 AM in Babies, Boys, Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
George and Laura Bush greet returning troops in Dallas
From my Inbox - thanks, Amy! Some of you may be oo young to remember how they vilified and ridiculed Reagan during his presidency - I among them, because I was a crazy leftist fed by the "elite" press. Now they're doing their best to add some luster to Obama...8:59 AM in Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (2)
Google Art Project video
More information on Art Project - to whet your appetite: Art Project - Visitor Guide...8:33 AM in Art, Homeschooling, Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Google Art Project - explore museums at home
This is AMAZING!!!! A great example of how the Internet can bring culture - once available only to those who could afford to take off work and/or travel - straight into the homes of the masses. And by that I mean people like you and me. GoogleArtProject.com offers two viewing...8:04 AM in Art, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Jonny's Birthday - celebrating 19 years of Down syndrome in our family
Nineteen years ago today something happened that changed my life forever. My son Jonny was born. Within five minutes, I knew he had Down syndrome. He was our eighth child, and I guess God had prepared my heart for this Great Adventure. That's the only way I can explain...7:47 AM in Down syndrome, Family | Permalink | Comments (8)
Thanks for shopping Amazon
Thank you to the reader who remembered to go through my Amazon link to make this major purchase yesterday!And thanks to all who've made this a habit. I'm feeling the love :) Hope you feel mine....7:42 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Elisabeth Elliot on taking up your cross
Perfect for Lent, when we are already working toward more spiritual discipline:Pick Up Your Cross Jesus invites us to be his disciples. If we choose to accept his loving invitation, we must understand that there are certain conditions to be fulfilled. One of them is a willingness to accept the...6:33 AM in Elisabeth Elliot | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 30, 2011
Losing a sibling with Down syndrome
This was left as a comment - I hope some of you will respond: My amazing brother, Charlie, had Down Syndrome. Charlie lived to be 53 and just passed away Jan. 25th, 2011. I am his little sister, Marie, and I feel like part of me died, too. Losing...6:57 PM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (2)
Could you pass a US citizenship test?
Could you pass a US citizenship test? New citizens recite the Pledge of Allegiance as the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) holds a naturalization ceremony on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington on Sept. 22, 2010. (UPI/Roger L. Wollenberg/Newscom) In order to...3:44 PM in Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (3)
Planned Parenthood lies: no mammograms
Planned Parenthood cheats taxpayers with imaginary mammograms WASHINGTON, D.C., March 30-A series of new undercover phone calls reveals that contrary to the claims of Planned Parenthood CEO Cecile Richards and other supporters of the nation's largest abortion chain, the organization does not provide mammograms for women. In the tapes,...6:21 AM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
3/30: Lincoln leads US to humiliation, fasting, prayer
So powerful - and so indicative of how far we've come from great leadership . . . March 30 During the Civil War, after issuing his Emancipation Proclamation, President Abraham Lincoln set a National Day of Humiliation, Fasting and Prayer, MARCH 30, 1863, stating: "It is the duty of nations...to...6:11 AM in History | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 29, 2011
Jade Lundgren sings marriage: I'm Staying
From Jade Lundgren, a song she wrote about marriage: Jade Lundgren - I'm Staying...7:01 PM in Marriage, Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
Josh and Hattie update
Well friends, Hattie and Josh are still very much in need of our prayers. I think I told you they had decided - after several years of putting their lives on hold while battling Hattie's cancer - to go on a short cruise. They had just barely gotten back...5:52 PM in Family, Prayer needs | Permalink | Comments (3)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: Build slowly
Donovan - San Damiano Song (Montage) [from Franco Zeffirelli's "Brother Sun, Sister Moon"] (1972) Why is this included in my Tantrum Proof Series? I guess because I am an optimist and a cheerleader and I want you to know that no matter where you are starting, if you are...3:54 PM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (5)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: Where the Wild Things Are
While we're discussing how to help children learn to control their emotions, I thought I'd rerun my rave review of a misunderstood classic. Here's why Where the Wild Things Are deserves to be on your Top Ten: A few years ago, in his Breakpoint column Chuck Colson blasted Maurice Sendak's...3:39 PM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (1)
Loudoun: gluten-free pizza
Did you know we have a place that makes gluten-free pizza in Leesburg (and Ashburn?) Since Jesse has been diagnosed with celiac disease, he is supposed to steer clear of gluten. But since he has no symptoms, we don't go the full route of reading salad dressing labels and...3:27 PM in Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (1)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: How are you feeling?
I love this poster by Jim Borgman. I bought ours 20 years ago and had it laminated. It's been giving us a more objective perspective ever since :) Not to be used in the midst of a meltdown, but for fun lessons which begin to give the child an...10:45 AM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (0)
Planned Parenthood just called me
So I just got this call: Am I speaking to Barbara Curtis/ Yes. Ms. Curtis, I'm calling from Planned Parenthood. We're not calling to ask for money. . . [interrupting, voice rising] Are you kidding me? You're calling from Planned Parenthood? I hate everything Planned Parenthood stands for ....10:23 AM in Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (3)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: handling a tantrum
What is a tantrum? It's feelings out of control. When I think of a child throwing a tantrum, I think of him or her as in a very scary place - a place where you're not sure what will happen next. Parents who react to this situation as a...6:04 AM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (3)
Pomplamoose: Another Day
I featured Pomplamoose some time ago, but they've grown immensely popular, and in case you haven't seen them for a while, thought this might make you smile: Pomplamoose - Another Day Love them! Check them out on YouTube - lots of upbeat songs, and every one a visual feast. They...4:55 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
What's your weather report?
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March 28, 2011
Lexophilia - play on words
Lexophilia is the love of words and a Lexophile as a lover of words who loves to play with them. Tripp forwarded these to me. You can have fun sharing them with your kids, and if they don't get them right away, helping them figure them out. * I wondered...8:32 PM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun disabilites 14-25: Capernaum Club 4/2
YoungLife is a non-denominational Christian ministry for adolescents and young adults that seeks to make Jesus real by building relationships. Some readers may know them through their history of fun activities in middle school, high school and college. Most recently, they have begun a program for young people with disabilities....6:56 PM in Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tim Hawkins - A Homeschool Family - humor
I ran this long ago, but was reminded today while browsing Jill Stanek's site: Tim Hawkins: A Homeschool Family In case you aren't familiar with research indicating the academic superiority of homeschool education, you can find the facts by clicking below:...12:24 PM in Homeschooling, Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
Barna: PC parenting is crippling children
Pollster: PC parenting is 'crippling' children Calls 'laissez-faire' approach to faith, values utter 'lunacy' Posted: March 26, 2011 By Drew Zahn WEST DES MOINES, Iowa - Pollster George Barna warns that today's Christian parents have been hoodwinked by political correctness into adopting an attitude so destructive to their children's faith...9:59 AM in Spiritual education, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (1)
New SBA/Abby Johnson ad exposes Planned Parenthood
Abby Johnson Exposes Planned Parenthood This is a magnificent work by the Susan B. Anthony List - please visit, bookmark, join and/or send your donations. TV AD FEATURING FORMER PLANNED PARENTHOOD MANAGER TARGETS D.C. AREA $90K Ad Buy Featuring Abby Johnson Exposes Planned Parenthood's Abortion-Driven Business Model WASHINGTON, D.C....9:31 AM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Ken Cuccinelli - family at 40 Days Vigil, Manassas
So glad he's our Attorney General! A man of his convictions. Pictures at 40 Days for Life Manassas...9:12 AM in Ken Cuccinelli, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
William Ayers: I wrote Dreams of my Father for Obama
Bill Ayers at MSU March 24, 2011 Rumor has it that not only is Ayers fed up with being thrown under the bus by his former compatriot, but that the attack on Libya was the last straw for this unpunished and unrepentant domestic terrorist. HT: Wendy K...8:49 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Why California Is Broke
Dot sent this: California is learning that there are not enough workers paying taxes to support the size of it's government. When will they learn that less government is good ??? California Academic Performance Index (API) * California Access for Infants and Mothers * California Acupuncture Board * California Administrative...8:22 AM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (0)
Matryoshkas - Russian nesting dolls
Rerunning this because these make meaningful Christmas gifts: Someone ordered a set of Matryoshkas from Amazon and it took me way back. We used to have a set of these, but as much as I wanted to, I couldn't let the kids play with them because they were an import...5:55 AM in Art, Fun Stuff, Homeschooling, Montessori, Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 27, 2011
Prayer for Japan
Making the rounds on the Internet - I was unable to find the attribution, although I learned this is adapted from a prayer written after the Haiti earthquake. Most of us live such comfortable lives here that we need to purposely remind ourselves and our children not to grumble about...7:22 AM in Prayer needs | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: a child-friendly environment
I actually re-posted this very recently, but am running it under the Tantrum Proof series, as another aspect of Tantrum-Proofing Your Child. Remember, my thought is that the better equipped we are as parents with understanding of your child's developmental needs, the more we are willing to learn and...6:24 AM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (1)
Amazon Subscribe&Save - save even more!
Just want to say thank you to the friend who thought to click through my Amazon link to make these purchases. And to remind everyone that you can buy just about everything at Amazon - usually at the cheapest prices and often with free shipping. I've been using Amazon...5:50 AM in Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (2)
March 26, 2011
Stossel: Shirley Sherrod/"black farmer" scandal tonight at 10
The Real Shirley Sherrod Scandal (TONIGHT On Fox News at 10PM ET) March 25, 2011 04:01 PM UTC by John Stossel Want to get a check from the government for $50,000? If you're black and willing to say you once "attempted to farm," the money could be yours. Why?...4:11 PM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama obambulates - wanders aimlessly
Rush found this word in the Oxford English Dictionary: obambulate Etymology ob- + ambulate. From Latin obambulare. Verb obambulate (third-person singular simple present obambulates, present participle obambulating, simple past and past participle obambulated) 1. (intransitive) To wander aimlessly Derived terms * obambulation...1:46 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Elisabeth Elliot: Christ, start to finish
From Start To Finish The great witnesses to faith in the eleventh chapter of Hebrews, beginning with Abel, who offered a sacrifice by faith, down to those nameless others whose stories are not success stories by any stretch of the imagination, did not know Jesus, God's full revelation of...12:39 PM in Elisabeth Elliot, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
Autism film - Loving Lampposts - giveaway
As autism has exploded into the public consciousness over the last 20 years, two opposing questions have been asked about the condition fueling the debate: is it a devastating sickness to be cured or is it a variation of the human brain just a different way to be human?...12:28 PM in Autism | Permalink | Comments (10)
Meet my new friend, Leona Choy
Last Tuesday I made a new and wonderful friend - a dynamic, super-intelligent and wise 85-year-old author who lives less than an hour from me - on a hilltop in Winchester where she welcomed a stranger who invited herself because after reading her book, I had to make a...6:53 AM in Evangelical to Catholic | Permalink | Comments (5)
Anti-Allergy Diet
Very helpful article from AOL: The Anti-Allergy Dietby Victoria Stein Mar 25th 2011 11:00AM With allergy season right around the corner, we've sought out the foods that will help ward off those itchy eyes and runny noses. Plus, a list of foods you should skip if you want to stay...5:43 AM in Health | Permalink | Comments (2)
Russian judge: Down syndrome child not adoptable
From Heather and Michelle, a family that needs our prayer and support: After five hours of questioning in a Russian courtroom, an Alabama family who thought they'd be bringing home a new son came home empty-handed, as the judge ruled the four-year-old boy with Down Syndrome "'not socially adaptable' due...5:11 AM in Adoption, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 25, 2011
Leadership: Movies for boys - stir their masculine spirit!
Rerunning this piece from 2009: As the mother of eight sons - the first string of four now grown men in their 20s - I can't emphasize enough how much I needed to learn to raise boys well. You moms with young sons are in for a very special...6:52 PM in Boys, Leadership, Movies | Permalink | Comments (4)
Lessons in Leadership - five films
From an article I wrote many years ago - but thought it would be especially helpful for many readers today. One of the greatest joys of homeschooling was all the free time we had to watch movies. We didn't have a television in the 80s and the 90s, but...6:24 PM in Leadership, Movies | Permalink | Comments (2)
Leadership: Henry V - Into the Breach
As portrayed by Shakespeare and Kenneth Branagh, Henry V had an uncanny gift for instilling spirit into the men he led. This scene begins with men losing heart and cowering before the Siege of Har-fleur: Henry V - The Breach After St. Crispin's, this is my favorite speech - one...5:56 PM in Leadership, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
Leadership: Henry V - St. Crispin's Day
With the dearth of leadership in our country, we'd better get to work on the next generation! Sooner, rather than later. Rerunning some leadership posts. Please watch Henry V with your sons: Henry V - St. Crispin's Day Henry V is in my Top Ten Movies of All Time. Here...5:50 PM in Leadership, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
Congress: Staff Bonus Scandal: 50%+ raises
Congressional Staff Bonuses3/24/11 Congress felt they did such a wonderful job in the last couple of years that they handed out bonuses. For real.I'll bet you didn't even know that House members could give bonuses to their staff. They can. And they did. In the millions.25 House members bumped up...6:41 AM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (0)
Expose Planned Parenthood: contact Congress today!
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March 24, 2011
Foreign aid: Out of 192 countries, US supports 150
There's 192 Countries That Exist In The World & We Give Foreign Aid To Over 150 Of Them!" Rep Poe HT: Gabi...9:02 PM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (1)
Loving Lampposts - new film on autism
I watched Loving Lampposts last night and found it reassuring, scary and encouraging - all at the same time. I recommend it to anyone with a child with autism - not for the answers it provides, but for the questions it raises. All are questions every parent needs to...11:37 AM in Autism, Movies | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama's Brazil trip - the real news
Feel like you missed some recent coverage of our Imperial President and His Imperial Lady? I'm thinking our State-Controlled Media didn't want to rub in our faces the fact that our nation was going to war on a third front while the Royal Couple, the Two Princesses and the...10:45 AM in Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (6)
Pro-life legislation advancing in states
Great news! Keep praying, as this couple at yesterday's Manassas 40 Days for Life vigil: Wave of anti-abortion bills advance in the states By DAVID CRARY March 24, 2011 NEW YORK (AP) -- Dozens of bills are advancing through statehouses nationwide that would put an array of new obstacles -...10:14 AM in Good news, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Doublespeak 2: Not war, but "kinetic military action"
BELTWAY CONFIDENTIAL Politics from the Nation's Capital White House: Libya fight is not war, it's 'kinetic military action'By: Byron York 03/23/11 10:07 PM In the last few days, Obama administration officials have frequently faced the question: Is the fighting in Libya a war? From military officers to White House...10:09 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias, Obama Nation, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (1)
Doublespeak 1: Obama keeping Nobel Peace Prize
Can you believe this Doublespeak? And can you believe Politico calls it "a noble defense"?A noble defenseObama is keeping his peace prize By MJ LEE | 03/23/11 6:45 AM Updated: 03/24/11 10:41 AM 1 23--> Obama poses with his medal and diploma at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo....10:01 AM in Media Bias, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tantrum Proof Your Child: encourage independence
I'm not interested in how to deal with tantrums once they start as much as helping parents understand how a proactive and multi-faceted approach to parenting will help you raise a child who is not prone to tantrums. We've talked about how parents can unwittingly exacerbate power struggles, about how...9:26 AM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (2)
Homes for Vets - Frederick, Md project begins 3/25
Just heard about this great organization on the radio. They are beginning a building project tomorrow in Frederick, Maryland to provide an injured veteran/husband/father with a home compatible with his special needs. This is a local event, but a national organization we need to promote: Sgt. Adam Kisielewski See flyer...9:05 AM in Military matters, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tantrum-proof your child: raise a grazer
In light of the Tantrum-proof your child - low blood sugar levels and how they can spark bad behavior, I'm passing this on: Dr. Bill's Housecalls: raise a grazer "Stop snacking, you will ruin your dinner!" Sound familiar? If you haven't said it to your own kids, you probably...7:28 AM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (1)
Of Gods and Men - must-see movie!
I received a screener of the movie from Sony, and am very grateful. This is a must-see movie - one of the best I've ever seen and one that takes root in your heart and begins to grow. That's the best kind Of Gods And Men - Official Trailer HD...6:53 AM in Catholicism, Christian Persecution, Inspiration, Movies | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama: Islam part of America's history - No way!
Making the rounds via blogs and Internet - not opinion, but fact. I added the picture, taken in Cairo during Obam's visit in 2009: Barack Obama, during his Cairo speech, said: "I know, too, that Islam has always been a part of America 's story." AN AMERICAN CITIZEN'S RESPONSE: Dear...5:49 AM in Islam issues, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Elisabeth Elliot: Christ is the answer
What Was The Question? "Christ is the Answer" has been a wall motto, and, more recently, a bumper sticker. Somebody added, in small print, "What was the question?" In the final analysis, it does not matter what question we are asking. All questions come under one of three...4:38 AM in Elisabeth Elliot, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 23, 2011
Madama Butterfly, Maddy and post-feminist motherhood
Also wanted to mention that last Thursday the Washington National Opera had a special student group rate to see Madama Butterfly. I bought 10 seats for $25. each, which included not only the full opera, but a pre-performance lecture and post-performance Q&A of the artists. What an incredible opportunity!...3:27 PM in Family, Feminism, Life Lessons From My Kids, Maddy, Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
Sophia and the men in her life
Took these March 6 Tripp, Zach, Sophia and her sweetheart Josh were on their way to Baltimore to see Les Miserables at the Hippodrome - our family's favorite musical which we've seen (and Sophia and Maddy have been in) at least a dozen times. Couldn't afford to send the whole...10:20 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (2)
Recovering Faith - my conversion story with others
The books are here! I will be mailing them out to those of you who bought them. If you would like an autographed copy with free postage, just go to Paypal and pay $10 to BarbaraSaysSo@gmail.com. (I've been using Paypal for 12 years and have found it very secure.)...10:13 AM in Catholicism, My life | Permalink | Comments (1)
History Lesson on your Social Security Card
From today's email: History Lesson on Your Social Security Card Your Social SecurityJust in case some of you young whippersnappers (& some older ones) didn't know this. It's easy to check out, if you don't believe it. Be sure and show it to your kids. They need a little history...8:59 AM in History | Permalink | Comments (0)
Liz Taylor dies at 79 - early photo tribute
Elizabeth Taylor - The 1940's - by Richard Bassett She was beautiful. Only God knows where she is now, and the most charitable thing we can do is pray....8:30 AM in RIP | Permalink | Comments (0)
Margaret Sanger, Planned Parenthood, genocide and censorship
Banned in Michigan: The truth about Margaret Sanger - hidden for decades by Planned Parenthood, who put her on a pedestal, but now available for anyone with an Internet connection. See the following links: Margaret Sanger, the Negro Project and black genocide Margaret Sanger, Planned Parenthood's racist founder Planned Parenthood:...7:19 AM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Transparent butterfly - inspiration
From Sheryl: It comes from Central America and is found from Mexico to Panama . It is quite common in its zone, but its not easy to find because of its transparent wings, which is a natural camouflage mechanism.. A butterfly with transparent wings is rare and beautiful. As delicate...6:54 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Best step stool ever!
Isn't this the best stepstool ever? For years, I've been encouraging parents to have a stepstool in the kitchen to enable/encourage your child to be part of your work - so much better than plugging them into TV while you make meals. This one is super-pricey, but from a...6:06 AM in Montessori, Mothering, Preschoolers, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (2)
March 22, 2011
Loudoun Favorite Tree Photo contest
The Loudoun County Arbor Day Committee is sponsoring the 14th Annual "Favorite Loudoun Tree Photo Contest" to draw attention to some of Loudoun County's most precious assets. This year, Arbor Day will be held at The Hill School at Middleburg on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to...2:58 PM in Contest, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Twilight Zone: are we there yet? I think so
Moshe Sharon left this teaser as a comment - but you will probably want to read the ful version through the link at the end: You are in the Twilight Zone March 22, 2011 Rod Serling, the writer, director and producer of the popular weekly show called "The Twilight Zone"...1:51 PM in Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ethiopian Muslims burn down 69 churches, 10,000 Christians flee
Today's news from the Religion of Peace, ignored by the American press: Ethiopia: 10,000 Christians flee homes after 69 churches burned down March 21, 2011 Muslim extremists have burned down 69 Protestant churches-- 46 of them Pentecostal-- in southwestern Ethiopia. The violence started in the town of Asendabo following reports...1:34 PM in Christian Persecution, Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama to Brazil: We'll help you drill, create jobs
. . . . while our country goes to hell in a handbasket. It seems deliberate, doesn't it? Obama's takedown of the United States in every conceivable - and inconceivable - way. From Investors Business Daily: Obama: Drill, Brazil, Drill! Posted 03/21/2011 07:08 PM ET Energy Policy: While leaving U.S....4:48 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Down syndrome - nothing to fear
As Kelle Hampton wrote yesterday, because we have children with Down syndrome doesn't mean that's what our lives are all about. It's just part of the mix. But through the openness the Internet has given us, we've come a long way in sharing that Down syndrome is not a tragedy,...4:22 AM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (5)
March 21, 2011
Obama's war with Libya - Sarah Palin's fault
Just kidding! But seriously wondering who will be the first to blame her?...4:41 PM in Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (1)
Nobel Peace Prize Obama at war again
It seems to me that all we have to do now is sit and wait for Obama to be brought down by his own party, whom I am for once in complete agreement with. A president cannot declare war without the advice and consent of Congress. And how unseemly...4:19 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Down syndrome: visit Kelle Hampton today
God did an amazing thing on January 22. 2010. He gave a precious gift to a woman who was already exceedingly gifted - but needed just one little something extra to realize her potential to think, to care and to tell the world how to do a little more...2:42 PM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
Down Syndrome: About that extra chromosome
Here's my story - which has appeared in various forms over 25 publications, beginning with the Washington Times. Reprinted here in 2005: A Little Extra:Lessons in Love from an Unexpected Teacher My son Jonathan has a little extra. A little extra enthusiasm, a little extra innocence, a...2:25 PM in Down syndrome, Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
MommyLife friend in Japan - pray for Sue and family
I know we're all praying for the people of Japan, but you can add someone we know "personally" - Sue - a longtime MommyLife friend. Sue lives with her husband and four children in Saitama, Japan and blogs at Living and Learning: I'm just living life here with my...12:12 PM in Japanese earthquake | Permalink | Comments (3)
Down syndrome: one mother's birth/life story
In my story of the birth of my son Jonny on March 31, 1992, I've written of the overwhelming feeling of love - God's love for me and my love for Jonny - I had. I know this is unusual and I don't take any credit for it at...12:06 PM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (2)
Glass Duo: classics on glass harp
Who knew? Bach, Toccata and Fugue in D minor, glass organ (part 1/2) Here's one for the kids: Glass Duo plays "Sugar Plum Fairy - P.Tchaikovsky"...12:00 PM in Entertainment, Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
World Down Syndrome Day - video event
Down Syndrome International Presents the Global Video Event "Let Us In!"Forty five countries around the world partnered with Down Syndrome International to create this video for World Down Syndrome Day! NDSS Goodwill Ambassador Chris Burke participated as United States representative. orld Down Syndrome Day 2011 - Will you "Let...11:44 AM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
Seeing hope when times are tough!
Received this from my friend Margaret - who I met years ago through MommyLife - who just had her sixth baby/fith son. I asked her if I could share because it spoke to me of how God sends little rays of beauty, peace and hope to us even when we...7:29 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
Recovering Faith - arriving soon, I hope
Quick update: I have not yet received my copies to mail out, but have all the envelopes with names and addresses of all who purchased this book through paypal. So sorry for the delay. I promise to send them the day I receive them. Thanks for your patience! Recovering Faith:...7:13 AM in Books | Permalink | Comments (0)
3/21 - World Down Syndrome Day
Today is World Down Syndrome Day! March 21 because 3/21 refers also to the extra genetic material which characterizes individuals with Down syndrome: third chromosome, 21st pair. Easier to remember than my 12 kids' birthdays. Since the Curtis Family has four children with Down syndrome - 3 by way...6:51 AM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (1)
March 20, 2011
Frederica Mathewes-Greene: Lent - Why bother?
A short piece from a writer I admire: Lent--Why Bother? Posted Wednesday, March 3, 2010 Published in Christianity Today; February 2010 "Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable one. ...I pommel my body and subdue it, lest...3:49 PM in Lent | Permalink | Comments (1)
Wisconsin teachers exploit kids
Of course this is an ongoing problem in this country, where the NEA (National Education Association) has pitted teachers against parents and taxpayers - and where Al Shankar, former president of the teachers union has put it plainly: " I don't represent the children. I represent the teachers." Once...12:18 PM in Oppression, Propaganda, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (5)
Super moon tonight - closest in 20 years!
Okay, moms and dads - be sure to get your kids outside tonight for this glorious natural phenomenon: Very close encounters of the 'super moon' kind: Amazing pictures of our lunar neighbour... the nearest it's been in 20 years By Daily Mail Reporter Last updated at 2:34 AM on 20th...9:00 AM in Entertainment | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic Heritage Curriculum - Catholic homeschool
Monica also sent a link to this site you may want to explore: Catholic Heritage Curricula's exclusive materials and lesson plans fit together to provide a solid, complete, family-friendly PreK-12 Catholic education. It is CHC's belief that, when solid academics are offered in a gentle, flexible manner, the vast majority...7:55 AM in Catholicism, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (3)
Catholic history textbooks
The Catholic Schools Textbook Project is something all Catholic educators - in school or at home - need to know about. So far, they've produced 4 history textbooks which cover grades 5-10. The final one is in the works. Why These Textbooks Are So Urgently Needed Thirty five years...7:22 AM in Catholicism, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's violent welcome in Brazil
The news our Propaganda Press doesn't want you to hear. Apparently Obama isn't as well-loved in Brazil as he thought he would be. His open-air address to the people was cancelled, as was his press conference. We can find out what's really going on in our country from British news:Rubber...5:49 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama tours Rio while bombing Libya
Surreal. A president who ran on an anti-war platform, received the Nobel Peace Prize just weeks after his inauguration and who has derided US involvement, now faces global chaos by fleeing to Brazil, then announcing our third war front - with no debate or Congressional approval: U.S. Tomahawk Cruise Missiles...5:39 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 19, 2011
Jackson Browne
Completely random. . . . I still love Jackson Browne's music: Jackson Browne - Doctor My Eyes - Live BBC 1978 Jackson Browne - The Road And The Sky - Soundstage 1976 I Thought I Was a Child I know most of my readers are too young, but did...5:49 PM in Music, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (2)
Franklin Graham: Obama protects Muslims, not Christians
Thank God someone is not kowtowing to political correctness, but is telling the truth. 2012 can't come soon enough - Obama has so seriously damaged our country internally and externally: Franklin Graham: World's Christians in Grave Danger Friday, 18 Mar 2011 05:33 PM By Chris Gonsalves and Kathleen Walter The...5:14 PM in Christian Persecution, Islam issues, Obama Nation, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (1)
Eugene Delgaudio - a true friend to Loudoun
Though I don't live in Eugene Degaudio's district, I am very glad he's on the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. And I'm hoping many with similar political views will run against the current board this year. Loudoun needs a complete turnover of the self-important, big-spending tired old politicians who know...12:47 PM in Conservatism, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Electrician refuses work on abortion clinic
From CatholicSpirit.com, with thanks to Anne fr forwarding. Job offers, anyone? Electrician sparks life commitment by turning down abortion clinic job March 16, 2011 6:00 pm Dave Hrbacek --> var addthis_product = 'wpp-254'; var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};From left, August, Tim, Nicole and Adeline Roach put their trust in God. A...11:47 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Madonna's grandmother's obituary
Thanks to Jan for sending this - with a message to note the devout life this woman led: Obituary Elsie Mae Fortin | Visit Guest Book FORTIN, Elsie Mae - June 19, 1911 - March 9, 2011. Just three months shy of her 100th birthday, Elsie Mae Fortin has passed away at...11:17 AM in RIP | Permalink | Comments (0)
New York black genocide billboard censored
This is one of those pieces of news that I saw out of the corner of my eye, so to speak, and didn't have time to post. Sill important in reminding us all how resistant the black community has been to the FACT that the epidemic of abortion in the...10:56 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 18, 2011
Perfectionism? Advice for moms?
Dear Barbara: I had this thought running around my head lately, and it occurred to me to toss it out to you. I don't recall you posting about it in the past. What do you recommend to mothers and children who both have tendencies toward perfectionism? I picked up...6:22 PM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (4)
Bill Maher: anti-Catholic bigotry
Has Bill Maher ever decried Muslim violence against women - beheadings and honor killings? Just curious. He obviously has an unreasonable hatred of the Catholic Church. We need to pray that his heart will lose its hardness and that his followers will stop enabling him by laughing at "humor" based...3:23 PM in Catholicism, Media Bias, Oppression, Prayer needs, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (4)
Green Machine: Best ride-on EVER!
It's 76 degrees! Spring is here in Bluemont today - all our doors and windows are open - and though there are murmurs of snow next week, we're all basking in the beautiful allergen-laden air. My thoughts are turning to summer clothes and summer fun - maybe yours are too....1:54 PM in Product Reviews | Permalink | Comments (0)
Japan: Helping children make sense of disaster
Running now at Crosswalk: Helping Your Child Make Sense of Disaster Barbara Curtis Mother and Author, MommyLife.net If every picture tells a story, the images from Japan are an encyclopedia of misery to come. As the days and weeks progress, we will continue to see news reports of thousands in...1:34 PM in Japanese earthquake | Permalink | Comments (0)
40 Days for Life - lives saved daily
It's not too late to join in the record-breaking 40 Days for Life so you can join in the group vigils going on in 17 cities - and many countries internationally - daily until Easter. If you can't join up, please just commit to pray. And you can always read...12:41 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama: weakest president in history
It is pretty embarassing - and would certianly be funny on some level were the lack of leadership not putting th US in such a precarious position: BARACK OBAMA: THE WEAKEST PRESIDENT IN HISTORY? President Barack Obama's supporters believed that he had the vision to transform America Friday March...11:17 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mommy's scary/funny nose
Emerson - Mommy's Nose is Scary! Over 4 million views in 4 days?...10:54 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mt. Hermon Christian Writers Conference
If you are looking for a place to establish or nurture your writing career, Mount Hermon has all you need. Just ask me. I attended my first conference there in 1995 and have since published nine books and over 1500 print articles and columns. Not to mention 7000 entries at...4:54 AM in Writing | Permalink | Comments (8)
Orange County Christian Writers Conference
If you're looking for the opportunity to break into Christian publishing, you need to attend a Christian writers conference toDevelop your craftNetworkBe nurtured spiritually Although Mount Hermon was the writers conference which launched my writing career in 1995 and which I've attended a dozen times (now as a teacher semi-annually),...4:30 AM in Writing | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 17, 2011
Tantrum Proof Your Child: Is he hungry?
In a comment left at Tantrum-proof your child - Part 2, Molly makes a simple but important point: This doesn't address the spiritual issues behind tantrums but definitely addresses a physical one: the child's blood sugar levels. I don't mean getting a diabetic's blood testing kit out every time...2:14 PM in Tantrum-Proof Your Child | Permalink | Comments (5)
Happy Thursday: "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da"
This is just silly - and we all need some silly now and then: Cover Tune Grab Bag - "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da" HT: "A Mac and a Mug o'Joe"...6:58 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (7)
March 16, 2011
Three books, three dysfunctional mothers
The last three books I've read all have to do with dysfunctional moms. I didn't set out with any agenda - it's a complete coincidence. And the mothers have absolutely nothing in common with each other, except that each in her own unique way, had a negative impact on...8:49 PM in Books, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (1)
Tangled: pre-order for 3/29 - 16.99
Someone pre-ordered Tangled through my Amazon link yesterday. Thank you! And I thought I'd mention it in case anyone else is planning on buying this DVD. I know I am because I didn't see it when it was in the theater, but my older kids took their younger brothers -...4:15 PM in Movies | Permalink | Comments (1)
4-day week public schools - your take?
Question from Jen: I'd like to ask your readers who have state schools on 4 day a week schedules how it's going.Texas has a proposed bill to go to 4 days. I am concerned about those little ones whose families rely on the schools to feed them at least...11:45 AM in Public schools | Permalink | Comments (12)
MTV: Skins pushing teacher/student sex
Wow. I thought this show was taken off before it began. This is pretty sordid stuff. It is so sad that teens are portrayed as being slaves to sex and drugs, incapable of deep thoughts or intellectual curiosity. If I were a serious teen, I'd be very offended: Skins Glamorizes...10:51 AM in Complaint Department | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama and family leave for Rio and Carnivale
It just gets worse and worse: President Barack Obama will take his first official trip to Brazil this weekend where he will speak in the popular Cinelandia Square in downtown Rio de Janeiro. The Obama family will also take in the sights in Rio. A trip to Corcovado mountain,...9:13 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (5)
Food prices up 3.9% in February
Ouch!! Anyone else been to the grocery store recently? I was there yesterday - buying a lot of vegetables, as our family is really big on fresh vegetables. And I can attest to this: Food prices soared 3.9 percent last month, the biggest gain since November 1974. Most of that...8:48 AM in Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (3)
Muslims celebrate Israeli family murder (photo link)
The Muslim murder of the Israeli family sleeping in their Samaria home on the night of March 13 was so much worse than we could have imagined. The 12-year-old daughter returned from a youth event to find her family slaughtered. The Fogel family has taken the unusual step or releasing...7:22 AM in Islam issues, Israel, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (3)
Homeschool Legal Defense Association - free trial membership
Free 3-month trial membership.If you homeschool - or plan to - you need HSLDA. While homeschooling in California and also when Maddy homeschooled in Virginia, I was a member.Benefits of HSLDA membership: Protects your right to homeschool and defends your family. A lawyer is on call 24/7. Provides fast help...6:10 AM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 15, 2011
March 21: World Down Syndrome Day
Which has inspired the My Great Story campaign - open to anyone who'd like to participate: My Great Story Celebrity Montage PSANew York, NY- March 1, 2011. On March 21, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) will celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) to honor and celebrate the accomplishments and...1:45 PM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
Japan donations - choose wisely
3/15/2011Dear Fellow Americans, As you well know, Japan was rocked by one of the strongest earthquakes on record last week, followed by a catastrophic tsunami and concerns about problems with their nuclear power plants. As of this writing, over 6000 have been confirmed dead or missing - while many projections estimate...1:36 PM in Japanese earthquake, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ford Commercial: Welcome home, soldier
Perhaps The Best Ford Commercial HT: Bill...1:28 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's Trivial Pursuits
The lack of leadership is beyond comprehension: President Obama's Trivial Pursuitsby Keith Koffler on March 15, 2011, 12:10 pmThe Middle East is afire with rebellion, Japan is imploding from an earthquake, and the battle of the budget is on in the United States, but none of this seems to be...11:56 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Japan faces apocalypse, Libya civil war, Obama basketball
So glad the Leader of the Free World has his priorities in order. Don't forget golf, the Gridiron Club, last night's fundraiser2012 can't come soon enough. While Japan Burns, Obama Fills Out His Bracket . By Jim Geraghty March 15, 2011 9:19 A.M Wow: Dangerous levels of radiation leaking from a...11:06 AM in | Permalink
When God says "No"
And God Said, "NO." I asked God to take away my pride, And God said, "No." He said it was not for Him to take away, But for me to give up. I asked God to make my handicapped child whole, And God said, "No." He said her spirit is...10:05 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 14, 2011
Mulsim terrorists kill family of 5 on West Bank
Even as the Japan disaster has overshadowed the Mideast crisis, it's still important to know our enemies are at work, causing murder and mayhem - though you won't find it covered in the American press, which is too intent on protecting "the religion of peace" to provide objective coverage: Horror...4:45 PM in Islam issues, Israel, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (2)
Kudlow on Japan: Grateful human toll worse than economic
Larry Kudlow We Should Be 'Grateful' That Human Toll From Japan Quake Is 'Worse' Than Economic Toll I know everyone makes mistakes - and he did apologize - but this is certainly a reality check for American narcissism. Note the anchor babe says "This is good news for the...3:23 PM in Japanese earthquake | Permalink | Comments (2)
Japan: baby girl found in rubble
Readers here know I urge that following a disaster, we share stories of hope and courage with our children. Here is the first to emerge - a four-month-old-baby girl plucked from the rubble after three days and miraculously reunited with her own father! I will be highlighting more as I...3:10 PM in Disasters, Japanese earthquake | Permalink | Comments (2)
Why no looting in Japan?
The Japanese are revealing themselves to be a dignified, honorable people. From the UK Telegraph: Why is there no looting in Japan? By Ed West World Last updated: March 14th, 2011 Respect for property even in the middle of disaster (Photo: EPA) The landscape of parts of Japan looks like...12:17 PM in Disasters, Japanese earthquake | Permalink | Comments (0)
Baby Joseph in US! Thank you, Fr. Pavone!
EXCLUSIVE: 'Baby Joseph' Gets Second Chance at Life in U.S.Published March 14, 2011 FOX NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Joseph Maraachli and the equipment keeping him alive, are transported to the U.S. The baby who was hours from being pulled off life support at his Canadian hospital has been rescued by the national...8:47 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (6)
Daylight Savings Time - what do moms think?
I'll admit, I'm dragging this morning - and grumbling about how much I hate Daylight Savings Time. As I got the kids up and ready for school - barely making the buses on time - I carried on an interior debate about the pluses and minuses. So my hubby gets...6:05 AM in Complaint Department | Permalink | Comments (19)
March 13, 2011
Matt Maher - You Were on the Cross
Matt Maher- You Were On The Cross My oldest son Josh sent this to me. I'm not gonna lie - it made me cry in the context of his life. Josh and Hattie got married 4-1/2 years ago and shortly after their first anniversary Hattie - after months of...6:30 PM in Family, Music, Parenting | Permalink | Comments (7)
Union membership: public 500% higher than private
Here's some real mythbusting from Reuters.. Despite Michael Moore, Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton glomming onto the Wisconsin conflict to draw attention to themselves, what is happening there has nothing to do with mistreated workers or saving jobs. The Governor is simply doing what he was elected to do -...4:37 PM in Unions | Permalink | Comments (0)
Made in America: save jobs, buy American
I can hardly believe that ABC did such a constructive, pro-America series. I'm convinced and am going to be more purposeful in buying American. ABC's World News Tonight-Made In America-What's In Your Home? ABC's World News Tonight-Made In America Part 2-Finding American Made Products Those are just the first two. ...9:36 AM in Patriotism, Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (5)
40 Days for Life goes International!
So exciting! In addition to the record number of American cities participating in 40 Days for Life this year, there are now 32 international vigil locations! When the first nationally coordinated 40 Days for Life campaign was being planned in 2007, we hoped for 20 cities, honestly. Of course,...7:39 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Add a MommyLife widget to your blog, Facebook!
The Internet is amazing - and liberating. It widens our social network, relieving isolation among stay-at-home moms. It helps puts information on dietary and medical issues at our fingertips. Taste something at a potluck you like? Come home and type the ingredients you remember in google and you can...7:26 AM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (0)
Gridiron Club: DC elites' highschool mentality
Oh, my goodness - in World in chaos and pain - Obama golfs again, I mentioned his evening at the Gridiron Club and referred to it as being a like a high school gathering of the cool kids to make fun of the uncool kids. I just found out...6:29 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (0)
World chaos and pain - Obama golfs again
No compassion, no conscience, no shame. . . . The president's afternoon: A round of golf By Jamie Klatell - 03/12/11 02:33 PM ET President Obama is spending this cool and cloudy Saturday afternoon playing a round of golf at Joint Base Andrews Naval Air Facility in Maryland. Obama's playing...6:15 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 12, 2011
When your child stutters
When I first saw The King's Speech - with Tripp and our daughter Sophia on her 21st birthday - I absolutely loved it. But I never expected that it would demonstrate such universal appeal and become the Academy Award winner. After years of dark movie winners, how wonderful to see...9:31 AM in Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (0)
Was Shakespeare Catholic?
Still working on the last 20 emails in my Inbox. This is from long-time reader/contributor Jody and is dated 11/1109 - yes, 2009! It certainly deserved to be out where everyone could see it long ago: Barbara, I want to thank you again for your sharing your love of...8:17 AM in Books, Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
USCCB staff confuse Lent with environmentalism
For the second year in a row, the lay staffers at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has perverted our observance of Lent by substituting something from their own agenda: environmentalism. I'm a firm believer in living lightly on the planet, but that is definitely not what Lent...6:10 AM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 11, 2011
Tantrum Proof Your Child: growing as a parent
Debra asked me to finish the series I never finished a few years ago. I reprinted Tantrum Proof Your Kids - part 1 the other day and there were some great responses. In fact, since the issue of food sensitivities was brought up, I intend to devote an upcoming post...3:55 PM in Preschoolers, Spiritual education, Tantrum-Proof Your Child, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (5)
Obama: easier to be president of China
From The Weekly Standard - So pathetic: President of China? Obama's lament. 9:01 AM, Mar 11, 2011 • By WILLIAM KRISTOL "Mr. Obama has told people that it would be so much easier to be the president of China. As one official put it, 'No one is scrutinizing Hu Jintao's...3:19 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Last day for some giveaways
Last day to enter some of these giveaways: Click on the items above - or click the Giveaways Box in my extreme right sidebar. Leave a comment under any or all entries to win! Drawings March 11 and 14. Don't be shy - enter as many as you like!...10:11 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 10, 2011
Art 4 U: New York Public Library Digital Gallery
From Crystal, who last week turned us on to Carl Larsson's gently beautiful family paintings, another art resource: The New York Public Library Digital Gallery has a lot that appeals to my decorator's eye, but the archive is so massive I imagine you could discover so many treasures. What...2:53 PM in Art, Resources | Permalink | Comments (1)
Target/Lady GaGa deal - dead on arrival
A couple readers alerted me last week to a pending deal between Lady Gaga and Target, which was supposed to have a family-favorite chain bending to the pro-GLBT will of the Madonna-wannabe. One reader said she would not shop at Target anymore.Not sure why, but I passed on the story. ...2:29 PM in Homosexuality | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ronald Reagan on accepting blame
From Frugal Cafe Blog Zone: Audio blast from the past: (Link) View more American Presidents Sound Clips and Ronald Reagan Sound Clips Sam Donaldson: "Mr. President, in talking about the continuing recession tonight, you have blamed mistakes in the past and you have blamed the Congress. Does any of the...1:33 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Wisconsin Capitol: violence and death threats
You can see the actual footage here. Through the Looking Glass. The Tea Party - which was always peaceful, respectful (well, of course, because these people respected our democratic process) - was ridiculed and vilified by the Leftist Elite. I hope they're proud of their own in Wisconsin, where violence...1:01 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (2)
Egg Drop Ramen
I've picked up something from my college kids in the last few years - a love of Ramen Egg Drop Soup. Maybe you already know about this. I must admit I held Ramen in rather low regard, though my kids loved it growing up. In fact for his fourth...12:50 PM in Recipes, Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (5)
40 Days for Life - blog and daily devotions
Okay, one more post on 40 Days for Life - just because I'm fired up and hope you are too. Shawn Carney, the Executive Director of 40 Days, is keeping a daily blog. If you aren't doing anything else, you might want to keep up with that, pray, and read...11:20 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
40 Days for Life - Catholics and evangelicals unite
After Mass, I went to my first 40 Days for Life campaign event. It was in Manassas, Virginia, which is over an hour away from me. It is focused on the Amethyst Health Center for Women, which is not a Planned Parenthood, but a private facility. Notice the name...3:51 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
March 9, 2011
Ash Wednesday, Keith Green: Create in Me a Clean Heart
Lent has begun. Mass was packed - and I spotted a few non-Catholics who must feel some connection with the imposition of ashes. For more on the history of the imposition of ashes (which is also very big n the Lutheran church), read Ash Wednesday: Our Shifting Understanding of...4:40 PM in Inspiration, Lent, Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
De-Fund Planned Parenthood - how you can help
*with special guests - U.S. Congressmen Mike Pence & Jim Jordan! Listen to the Replay Now! What You Can Do to De-Fund Planned Parenthood 1) Contact Congress - Call and e-mail your House of Representatives Members and Senators right now and tell them that de-funding Planned Parenthood is non-negotiable. -...3:02 PM in Activism, Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (0)
What crisis? Obama parties hearty 3/9 edition
Obama to Host Bulls Viewing Party President Barack Obama will be watching Wednesday's Bulls game at the White House By HANNAH CHANPONG Wed, Mar 9, 2011 | Print President Barack Obama isn't afraid to show a little hometown pride, especially when it comes to sports. On Wednesday night, Obama...2:15 PM in Animal Farm book study, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
EWTN: Lent/Easter calendar - daily devotions
EWTN has a Lent/Easter calendar you can click on for daily devotions. You may want to bookmark:...1:49 PM in Easter, Lent | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama: more money for education - how original!
Same old tired Liberal Agenda. More money for education. More, more, more - like that has ever fixed the problem with public education. I think the public's getting wise to this old game. And is he tone deaf to the public's response to Wisconsin?: Obama: "More Money" Is Needed For...4:41 AM in Obama Nation, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (2)
March 8, 2011
Sting: NPR exec decries uneducated, gun-toting, racist etc
A sting by the James O'Keefe, citizen/reporter who exposed ACORN for corruption in 2008 - this time on National Public Radio (NPR) - you know, the one we support with our taxes. Ironically, this NPR exec decries Republicans, Tea Partiers, Christians, and Zionists, uneducated as being beneath contempt - who...2:05 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (2)
Conquering my email
I am down to 23 emails in my Inbox!!! Here's the story on why this is a big deal. I use gmail, which I love. I get 100+ emails/day and I read everything as it comes in, trashing anything that doesn't require a response or action. Some is news that...12:58 PM in My life | Permalink | Comments (0)
From Islam to Christ: Walid Shoebat
From Islam to Christ: Walid Shoebat Find out more at Walid Shoebat...12:19 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Secret Millionaire - get out your hankies
I didn't post this on time, but I had seen a sneak peak of the Secret Millionaire episode that premiered the series Sunday night. Dani Johnson on ABC's Secret Millionaire Sneak Peek - Homeless to Milionaire on Sunday March 6th I really enjoyed it. The story of a rags to...12:00 PM in Entertainment, Inspiration, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (1)
Smartphone pictures risk - mapping your kids
Smartphone pictures pose privacy risks HT: Cecelia...11:38 AM in Safety | Permalink | Comments (1)
Elisabeth Elliot on judgmentalism
This is long, but such a comprehensive treatment of a subject much misunderstood: Author: Elisabeth Elliot Source: On Asking God Why Scripture Reference: To Judge or Not to Judge "But everybody's being so judgmental! And you're another one,'' she complained. "Since you have chosen to be my judge, you can...11:29 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
40 Days for Life - starts tomorrow 3/9 - sign up now
40 Days for Life starts tomorrow - in 247 cities! This is the simple, loving, prayerful gathering which won the heart of Abby Johnson, the former Planned Parenthood clinic director who told her riveting story of moving from one side of the fence to another in Unplanned. In interviews,...9:37 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Young women training for abortions
Creating tomorrow's abortion providers at UC and Stanford By Lisa M. Krieger Posted: 02/25/2011 03:17:01 PM PST Updated: 02/26/2011 03:49:36 AM PST Dr. Merrie Warden in San Francisco, California This is the face of the new foot soldier in the battle to maintain access to abortion: the girl next door....8:38 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Baby Joseph and family need help, prayers
Father Frank's Alerts Release Baby Joseph's Medical Records! As I'm sure you know, the now-famous case of Baby Joseph in Canada is becoming critical. He could die in the next couple of weeks if his breathing tube is removed as the hospital and the government intend. Baby Joseph is...8:22 AM in Parental Rights, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
NEA to UN: schools need more sex ed
March 3, 2011 "Schools need to teach about orgasms" says NEA to UN By Lauren Funk NEW YORK, March 3 (C-FAM) Graphic sex education for youth is the new battleground at the UN, as evidenced by side events during the past week at the Commission on the Status of...7:55 AM in Oppression, Parental Rights, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 7, 2011
Obama 2011 graduation speech: few takers
White House memo notes shortage of applicants for contest to have Obama to speak at high school graduation Posted by Peter Maer The White House is ramping up an effort to promote a nationwide competition to decide which high school wins a commencement speech by President Obama. An internal White...9:09 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Children's Leadership Council: nonprofit greed
These liberal "non-profits" make me sick to my stomach. Many of them are as corrupt and greedy as any for-profit organization, even as they manage to convince the public they're interested in the welfare of others. Here's a press release I received today: GROUPS TO TELL U.S. HOUSE AND...7:03 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
Loudoun: Beware CPBO land grab
Here in Loudoun County, we are engaged in a struggle between the eco-fascists - politicians wielding environmentalism to grab more political power and control - and everyday citizens trying to exercise their freedom to conduct business/make an honest living. The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance (CBPO) has a lovely ring to...6:27 PM in Eco-fascism, Loudoun County, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
4000 Muslims, attack church, Christian homes
From the Assyrian International News Agency: Nearly 4000 Muslims Attack Christian Homes in Egypt, Torch Church March 5, 2011 (AINA) -- A mob of nearly four thousand Muslims has attacked Coptic homes this evening in the village of Soul, Atfif in Helwan Governorate, 30 kilometers from Cairo, and torched the...3:04 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hans Rosling: 200 Countries, 200 Years, 4 Minutes
Hans Rosling's famous presentation on economic growth and life expectancy. Keep an eye out for the moments in history when life expectancy plummets. Hans Rosling's 200 Countries, 200 Years, 4 Minutes - The Joy of Stats - BBC Four HT: Elsa...11:29 AM in History | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tantrum-Proof Your Child: help's on the way!
Debra asked me to re-run this 10/4/07 post and to finish this series which was somehow interrupted. This will be the first of the series Tantrum Proof Your Child, which I will be adding to in the weeks to come. There will be an icon in my sidebar, so...10:31 AM in Montessori, Mothering, Preschoolers, Tantrum-Proof Your Child, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (6)
The Left is not pro-choice!
Great article. The Left has certainly hijacked the language when it comes to "choice." Today, choice applies only to killing unborn children, not to what we eat, drink, or wear; how we take care of our health; where and how we live, how we transport ourselves, how we raise...9:53 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (3)
Alec Guinness - another Catholic convert
From Judy: Dear Barbara, For adults I wanted to recommend the following the following black comedy that really poked fun at the landed gentry. Sort of an Agatha Christie "And Then There Were None" theme. Alec Guinness is such a treasure playing 8 roles! He was a witty, fascinating...8:59 AM in Catholicism, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
Growing up with Down syndrome
In case you have a young child with Down syndrome and want to know what their future looks like, you can get an idea from my son Jonny's album: Jonny Jonny was our eighth child and I've told his story in many places, but the first was My Little...8:20 AM in Down syndrome, Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
Six New Giveaways
Click on the items above - or click the Giveaways Box in my extreme right sidebar. Leave a comment under any or all entries to win! Drawings March 11 and 14. Don't be shy - enter as many as you like!...7:44 AM in Free stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
ANWR: the truth about Alaska Oil - drill now!
Viral email/blogs. Thank goodness they can't hide the truth anymore. Now it's up to us to educate our friends and neighbors and pressure Congress to do what needs to be done to make us energy-independent. To see larger images, see Sodahead: This is the best presentation on ANWR I have...6:25 AM in Eco-fascism, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 6, 2011
March 21: World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day is March 21! For Immediate Release Contact: Jordana Stern National Down Syndrome Society 212-763-4362/jstern@ndss.org Join The National Down Syndrome Society this March 21 to Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day NDSS & The My Great Story Campaign invite you to celebrate World Down Syndrome...3:54 PM in Disabilities, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
Blind Quilter
One of those "Why do we call them disabled?" stories: Blind Quilter HT: Bill R....3:28 PM in Disabilities, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Beth Lambdin on Courtship and Dating
A couple days ago I published an email from a reader who wanted our thoughts on courtship and dating. My own answer was far from comprehensive. I must admit I was hoping someone would chime in with something which would represent my own point of view and then I could...3:00 PM in Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (6)
Carl Larrson: love of family in art
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Mark Steyn: Why Are We Still in Germany?
If you're not familiar with Mark Steyn, you should be. His wry insights are always refreshing. Here he deals with another strange reaction of our Commander Community Organizer in Chief - along with several larger issues: Why Are We Still In Germany? By MARK STEYN Posted 03/04/2011 06:45 PM ET View Enlarged ImageAccording...11:54 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (1)
My books - 3 for $30 - last day
Just a reminder: Today is the last day of my Spring Book Sale 3 of my books - your choice - for just $30 Free Shipping! To order, click the banner above You will receive a refund for the difference - I can't figure out the Paypal thing :)...9:10 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Monday 3/7 Live Action pro-life simulcast
After making enormous progress over the last few weeks, we are now at a pivotal moment in the struggle to strip abortion giant Planned Parenthood of its $362+ MILLION in annual taxpayer funding. This is the moment we've all been working for, and NOW, everything comes down to what...9:02 AM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tea Party to clean up Wisconsin Capitol today
I don't watch TV. Was the Tired Old Media showing pictures like this? Were they making clear the unseemliness of people camping out in the Capitol? I did hear the smell was obnoxious. Stepping up to the plate: Tea Party Patriots who say today It's Time to Take Out...7:08 AM in Obama Nation, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 5, 2011
Obama: 60th round of golf in 2 years
Golf is Back! Obama's 60th Outing as Presidentby Keith Koffler on March 5, 2011, 2:26 pmWell, the mercury has crept back up above 60 degrees here in Washington, and so it's time once again for President Obama to head out to the golf course.This is the president's 60th time golfing...8:29 PM in Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Taylor Mali on teaching
Inspiring perspective on teaching. Taylor Mali: What Teachers Make HT: Julie...9:49 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (8)
Loudoun Special Needs: Moms meeting 3/12
The wonderful people at Jill's House - which offers respite and spring break camp for Metro DC families with special needs - are also interested in developing a stronger sense of community. This may be a great way to get out and meet some sympatico moms:Calling all Loudoun County moms...9:11 AM in Disabilities, Loudoun County, Mothering, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Baltimore: Walters Art Museum, Treasures of Heaven
Medieval Christians venerated saints; their bodily remains were often displayed in special containers, known as reliquaries. Covered in gold and silver and embellished with gems and semiprecious stones, reliquaries proclaimed the special status of their sacred contents to worshipers and pilgrims. For this reason, reliquaries emerged as important objects...8:54 AM in Art, Washington DC | Permalink | Comments (1)
Children and Lent: Family resources make it real
Lent is a season neglected by many evangelicals. But you don't have to be a member of a liturgical church to enrich your family's spiritual life through observing the 40 day preparation for Easter. See 10 Lenten Traditions to Enrich Your Family's Easter Celebration, which I wrote in 1997...8:07 AM in Easter, Lent, Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (0)
40 Days for Life kick-off 3/6 Manassas - w/Cucinelli
7:02 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 4, 2011
Busting the birth control myth - a liberal perspective
Another reason for Advocates for Life to be optimistic. The discrepancy between ideology and reality is becoming so glaringly apparent that even "pro-choice" stalwarts are starting to question the status quo: Busting the Birth-Control Myth by Kirsten PowersInfo Kirsten Powers is a columnist for The Daily Beast. She is also...8:36 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Courtship and dating - your ideas?
I am wondering, since you have daughters, if you have any advice about dating/courtship to pass on to mommies like me--I have a daughter (my only child) who just turned thirteen this summer, and already she is asking for permission to date. While I am very pleased that she...11:27 AM in Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (5)
Pro-life: Top 10 Reasons to be optimistic
Jawan recommended this - a really great read. I agree, we have already turned the corner. It had to happen since pro-lifers have more children :) Top 10 Reasons I am Optimistically Pro-Life By Trevin Wax on Mar 2, 2011 Those of us who believe unborn children deserve human rights...10:54 AM in Good news, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Muslim censorship: Radio host Fred Grandy fired
They say he resigned. But WMAL put so many restrictions on him, that as a matter of conscience, he had to leave. Fred Grandy is perhaps the most popular morning talk show host in DC. He had recently had his wife "Mrs. Fred" - novelist/reporter Catherine Mann - on...8:31 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (9)
March 3, 2011
Teaching kids to tie shoes - shoelaces
Rerunning this for the benefit of new readers: Meg asked about teaching kids to tie shoes. I have to admit, I find this one of the most daunting requirements of being a mother. I personally have always tied my own shoes the "wrong" way: by making two loops and...4:59 PM in Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (0)
Grandparents humor
* She was in the bathroom, putting on her makeup, under the watchful eyes of her young granddaughter, as she'd done many times before. After she applied her lipstick and started to leave, the little one said, "But Grandma, you forgot to kiss the toilet paper good-bye!" I will...3:54 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Jane Russell: MSM ignore her Christian and pro-life views
As usual, when the Propaganda Press doesn't like the facts, they ignore them. In fact, when it comes to Jane Russell's obituary, they twisted themselves into pretzels to make it sound like her botched teenage abortion made her an abortion advocate, when in fact it turned her against abortion.Our answer...2:55 PM in Media Bias, RIP | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic family spiritual formation - free resources
Great resources for home and school - click icons or go to Pflaum Family Pages for more: New pages are posted four times a year. The next pages will be available August 15, 2011. ...1:15 PM in Catholicism, Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (0)
Jill's House Spring Break Camp 4/18-21
Having trouble viewing this email? Click here Dear Barbara Curtis, Jill's House Spring Break Camp! Spring is on the way, and so is Jill's House Spring Break Camp! A fun-filled week of water, games and spring activities will make this a blast for your child! April 18-21 (Monday-Thursday) 10am-4pm $160/wk...11:51 AM in Disabilities, Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Jill's House: respite for special needs families - VA, MD, DC
If you are a family with a child with special needs, you need to know about Jill's House. I took Jesse, Daniel, and Justin (Jonny's too old now) to visit last month and we all fell in love with the uniquely beautiful facility, the gracious spirit of the staff, and...10:38 AM in Disabilities, Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Choudary 3/3 Shariah in America postponed UFN
Shariah 4 America Demonstration Postponed The demonstration - which I blogged about last week - postponed until further notice.Hear Choudary's explanation. Choudary claims he's been misrepresented. But his website, Sharia4America, speaks for itself....9:58 AM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Most (The Bridge): free online screening until 3/20
Most is Czech for bridge. I have previewed this short film and it is a very powerful allegory of sacrifice and redemption. Though produced in 1993, it is being heavily promoted right now as an evangelical tool for Easter.The producers have generously made this available for free online viewing until...9:24 AM in Inspiration, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 2, 2011
My latest PalinTracker at PajamasMedia
As the official PalinTracker at Pajamas Media, I offer you my latest:PalinTracker: Milbank Goes Cold Turkey, Media BingesYour loyal PalinTracker boils down six weeks of coverage and thousands of headlines. See all my Pajamas Media entries at their archive....7:42 AM in Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (0)
FBI arrests pro-abort terrorist for pro-life threats
The FBI arrested Theodore Shulman four days for stalking and threatening pro-life activists. ***Not a single Mainstream Media outlet has covered the story*** Thank God for LifeNews.com and four other alternate news outlets who've carried the word. Now it's up to bloggers to spread it. Jill Stanek has researched and...6:38 AM in Media Bias, Pro-Life Issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (4)
GAO: govt overlap costs taxpayers billions
Heartbreaking to think how hard people work to earn their living, then how carelessly our government spends it - thinking nothing of creating more government bureaucracy, hiring more unnecessary and impossible-to-get-rid-of government employees. Government overlap costs taxpayers billions, GAO reports By Ed O'Keefe Wednesday, March 2, 2011 With Congress and...6:12 AM in Government Corruption, Obamacare | Permalink | Comments (0)
March 1, 2011
Egypt Islamic Army attacks Coptic Christians - again
The religion of peace still keeping busy: Very Ugly Attack by Egyptian Islamic army tanks on St.Bishoy Coptic monastery 23-2-2011 From the Assyrian International News Agency:Egyptian Armed Forces Fire at Christian Monasteries, 19 InjuredFebruary 24, 2011For the second time in as many days, Egyptian armed force stormed the 5th century...1:49 PM in Christian Persecution, Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Education: harmful to kids' creative thinking
Very interesting.. . . RSA Animate - Changing Education Paradigms HT: Janet...1:28 PM in Montessori | Permalink | Comments (4)
UK Court: Christian parents unfit for fostering
Breaking News: High Court Judgment suggests Christian Beliefs Harmful to Children. Fostering by Christians Now in Doubt. Published: February 28th, 2011 In a landmark judgment, which will have a serious impact on the future of fostering and adoption in the UK, the High Court has suggested that Christians with traditional...12:46 PM in Homosexuality, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (2)
